Blog Posts in March, 2015

• Defining Embezzlement

  Posted By The Law Offices of Jeffrey C. Grass 30-Mar-2015

  Embezzlement is a type of white collar crime that is broadly defined as illegally taking money or property that had been entrusted to the individual, such as via employment or a partnership in a business. Embezzlement is a type of theft. However, not ...

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• White collar crimes and overcriminalization

  Posted By Law Offices of Jeffrey C. Grass 25-Mar-2015

  There are currently more than 4,450 crimes outlined in the federal criminal code. According to The Heritage Foundation, between 2000 and 2007 alone, more than 56 federal crimes were added every year. On the surface, it may seem inconsequential, ...

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• Understanding Megan's Law in Texas

  Posted By The Law Offices of Jeffrey C. Grass 16-Mar-2015

  Megan’s Law was signed in 1996 to promote community awareness about convicted sex offenders that live nearby. The law was passed following the rape and murder of Megan Kanka, a seven-year-old girl. The incident prompted widespread outrage and ...

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• What are the punishments for white collar crimes?

  Posted By Law Offices of Jeffrey C. Grass 10-Mar-2015

  Unlike many criminal charges, building a case against and prosecuting white collar crime can take years. Many situations involve multiple charges, such as blackmail, bribery, fraud, embezzlement or extortion. Because there is a wide range of types of ...

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• What Happens During the Pre-Indictment Stage of a Criminal Case?

  Posted By The Law Offices of Jeffrey C. Grass 9-Mar-2015

  The pre-indictment stage of a criminal case refers to the time before a person has been formally charged by the district attorney’s office or by the court. During this time, investigators are still trying to put their case together. If you know ...

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• What Is Considered When Bail Is Set?

  Posted By The Law Offices of Jeffrey C. Grass 1-Mar-2015

  Individuals charged with criminal offenses are not automatically granted bail. It’s important to have a criminal defense attorney present at your bail hearing to represent you, particularly since the prosecutor will attempt to have bail either ...

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